Flu, Cold or Allergies? How to Tell the Difference

Flu, Cold or Allergies? How to Tell the Difference

When sniffles, coughs and fatigue show up, it’s natural to wonder what’s behind your symptoms.   Is it the flu? A common cold? Seasonal allergies? While these illnesses can share similar signs, there are a few key differences that can help you understand what your...
ParentingU: Your Kids’ Summer Allergy Survival Guide

ParentingU: Your Kids’ Summer Allergy Survival Guide

If your child deals with allergies, summer doesn’t always offer relief. In fact, for many kids, summer can bring its own set of triggers — and myths.   On this episode of ParentingU, Theron McCormick, MD, pediatric allergy and immunology specialist with Our Lady of...
Don’t Sneeze Through Spring: Allergy Advice

Don’t Sneeze Through Spring: Allergy Advice

The sun’s out, the flowers are blooming … and your nose won’t stop running. Sound familiar? Spring in the South is gorgeous, but for adults with seasonal allergies, it can also be a sneeze-filled struggle. If you’re spending more time wiping your eyes than...